PUBLICATIONS

grades 6-adult
astronomy & meteorology
originally a weekly newspaper column, now an online blog
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How do we know Earth is round? Who named the constellations? What will I see in the sky tonight? Why are sunsets red? What causes dust devils? What was that ring around the Moon last night? What is a meteor shower? Answers to these and other intriguing questions are provided in Sky Lights. If it's in the sky, and you can see it, we'll cover it. Simple graphics and unique photos are included to help clarify concepts. Readers' questions are solicited, and no question will ever be rejected as "too simple" or "too obvious." If you ask, we'll answer. What do you want to know about the sky?

grades 10-12
physics
100 pages
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This is a reference supplement for introductory physics courses. Part 1, Advanced Topics, covers areas often omitted from standard introductory texts, e.g., orbital mechanics, relativity, SETI, bio-energetics, and friction. Part 2, Worksheets, includes engaging real-world problems (with solutions) from kinematics, dynamics, electromagnetism, and modern physics. Part 3, the Appendix, contains just about every type of information a science student could need, plus copyright-free masters for cartesian, polar, semi-log, and log-log graph paper.

grades 7-adult
astronomy
32 pages
Availability: http://www.americantravelerpress.com/

Offered by American Traveler Press as part of their Easy Field Guide series, this handbook is the ideal companion for beginning observers. It includes sky maps for all seasons, and will teach you to recognize prominent stars and constellations.

grades 9-12
mathematics
120 pages
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Aptly named, this manual reviews the mathematics science students should already know: basic algebra, trigonometry, and vector analysis; proportions; statistics; and graphing methods. It also covers mathematical topics specific to science, such as units and conversions, scientific notation, significant figures, uncertainty, and the scientific calculator. Use it as an introductory unit or a supplement. Chapter Zero will allow you to focus on the science — not the math. Each of the units includes practice problems with solutions. The information-packed appendix includes copyright-free masters for cartesian, polar, semi-log, and log-log graph paper.

grades K-16
robotics
80 pages
CD-ROM
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Produced under contract for General Robotics Corporation of Lakewood, CO, this curriculum package includes exercises designed around their RB5X Intelligent Robot. Interdisciplinary problem-solving activities are given for all grade levels. Students will answer essay questions, complete crosswords, solve math and physics problems, write programs, and design hardware solutions related to teleoperation. Mission to Mars includes a separate teacher's manual with solutions.

grades 10-14
astronomy
DVD
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You can learn much about astronomy by studying the images from obervatories and space probes. You can learn even more by studying animations and simulations of astronomical phenomena. This DVD provides 2D and 3D video clips covering a broad variety of of astronomical phenomena. All clips include both WMV and MPG versions in high-quality digital format. Topics covered include eclipses, orbits, the international date line, seasons, cosmic expansion, midnight sun, retrograde motion, occultations and transits, and much more.

grades 6-12
physical science
CD-ROM
Availability: coming soon

Design your own lab, build your own equipment, do real science experiments. This program is perfect for home schoolers who want a real science experience outside the confines of a formal school laboratory. It's also an excellent classroom resource, containing many projects suitable for advanced or extra credit projects and science fairs. Areas covered include measurement, kinematics, dynamics, waves, astronomy, energy, electricity, and optics.